ULTIMATE CRAB BOIL

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We live by the water and crabbing season usually starts in late April and ends the end of October. This recipe contains the best of the best - the crab is tender and very flavorful

Provided by Ravenseyes

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 32m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 dozen crabs
1/2 cup Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 cup white vinegar
3 large garlic cloves, smashed
2 bay leaves
celery seed
Italian spices
basil
oregano
crushed red bell pepper
kosher salt

Steps:

  • When we have a small catch we usually will steam the crabs instead of boiling - this would simply mean you place the vinegar in the bottom of the pot and add 2 - 3 cups of water just to get a steam going - the vinegar helps the crab meat come out of the shell easier. Steam for approximately 27 minutes.
  • If you were boiling, you would just add all the ingredients to the pot adding enough water to cover the crabs- bring to a boil and throw in the live crabs. Cook for 12 minutes, drain and allow to rest before devouring.
  • The ingredients that are listed below the bay leaves are all done to taste, using anywhere between 1/4 tsp to 1 tablespoons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.9, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 59, Sodium 222.3, Carbohydrate 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 13.7

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